Korean phrase
어색해요. eo sae kae yo
Meaning
It's awkward
When to use it
It means that things feel awkward or unnatural. It is a polite, slightly reserved expression used when people are not yet at ease.
Example dialogue
오늘 첫 회의라서 다들 어색해요. o neul cheot hoe ui ra seo ta deul eo sae kae yo
It's the first meeting today, so everyone feels awkward.
그럼 분위기 풀릴 때까지 조금 기다려 보자. keu reom pu nwi gi pul lil ttae kka ji cho geum ki da ryeo po ja
Then let's wait a little until things feel more relaxed.